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Figure Eight Puffer
FishbrackishMedium

Figure Eight Puffer

Dichotomyctere ocellatus

A small, charismatic brackish puffer with figure-eight patterns on its back. Inquisitive and full of personality.

Min Tank15 gal
Temp75-82F
pH7.5-8.5

Tank Mates

  • Bumblebee Goby
  • Knight Goby
  • Brackish Molly

Feeding Tips

Feed snails, frozen bloodworms, krill, and clams. Hard-shelled foods keep their ever-growing beak trimmed.

Care Level

Intermediate: needs brackish water and varied diet

Beginner Tip

Always keep one per tank unless you have 30+ gallons, they can nip fins of slow tank mates.

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